Caleesha Moore

If the governor signs off on House Bill 249, those in need could get a $1000 dollar bump in funds, an increase from $2500 to $3500.

If homeowners or businesses don't comply with the 14-day notice they could have to pay fines or go to court.

The goal: to provide small businesses a place to start and eventually revive the city's business district.

In two years, Monroe County has seen an almost 5.5% increase in population-- bringing in more than 1400 people.

If you have or someone you know has been trafficked, call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 1-888-373-7888.

Houston County District Attorney William Kendall says they hope to have a decision on prosecuting the driver in May.

After a 15-year career with the Houston County Sheriff's Office, Daniel Watkins will serve as the public safety director of the Georgia National fairgrounds.

"Nobody's been deemed to be in trouble, nobody's been disciplined. Of course, as anybody else, all parties are innocent until proven guilty," the Houston DA said.

The Pre-K through 2nd grades of Matt Arthur Elementary will break off to fill the primary school. The 103,000 square foot school will come with 58 classrooms.

Between salary and benefits, the county will have to budget at least $900,000.